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Stuart Air Show Named One Another Milestone Achieved previously existing wetlands, and help re-establish the natural
Of 10 Best In Country In Ambitious Plan To Create hydrological connection to the Loxahatchee River. It will also
help connect a corridor for the wildlife that depend on these
Permanent Wildlife Corridor, connected ecosystems of the Atlantic Ridge Preserve State Park
By Jackie Holfelder and Jonathan Dickinson State Park.
In announcing the Protect Hobe Sound Character Historically, this land mass, called the Atlantic Ridge
Stuart Air Show as Ecosystem, was recognized by the state as the critical component
one of the USA Today An innovative and ambitious plan to create a permanently in the preservation of the Loxahatchee Watershed and the
10 Best Air Shows protected ecological corridor in south Martin County between South Fork of the St. Lucie River and was included in the
in the country, the the Loxahatchee and St. Lucie Rivers is poised to grow with a Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Program’s (CERP)
publication said, “The second land acquisition along Bridge Road in Hobe Sound. Indian River Lagoon South Project.
Stuart Air Show is a The Loxa-Lucie Headwaters Initiative has identified a The need to preserve the remaining lands that are part of these
three-day event in the 20-acre parcel and a willing seller for what is being called important watersheds is greater than ever. Saltwater intrusion
Treasure Coast area Loxa-Lucie Headwaters Acquisition No. 2. This piece of land is issues in the Loxahatchee, higher demand for potable fresh water,
of Florida. Helicopter another key to the Loxa-Lucie vision for conserving a landscape increase in development pressure and rising real estate values
rides in famous historic spanning nearly 70,000 acres between and including Jonathan are all driving this urgency.
vehicles are available Dickinson State Park and the Atlantic Ridge Preserve State Park. As the Steering Committee for the Loxa-Lucie Initiative
for purchase and The first parcel, a two-mile long stretch along the north continues its campaign to generate funds from private donors
thrilling performances This F-18 jet was in the 2022 Stuart side of Bridge Road was acquired in 2021. Acquisition No. 2, for additional land acquisition, it has also taken its message to
by nationally-known Air Show. which is on the south side of Bridge Road and is adjacent to Tallahassee. “We’re raising awareness about the project to garner
aerobatic groups fill the county-owned lands, will further the Loxa-Lucie Initiative’s funding through Florida Forever, a well-established statewide
skies over Stuart. Visitors can also enjoy static exhibits of a vision to bring undeveloped properties along the Bridge Road program to buy land for conservation and recreation,” explained
number of impressive aircraft.” corridor into permanent conservation stewardship. This tract Matt Sexton, senior vice president and Southeast Regional
Now everyone knows about the gem of an air show that’s will protect another property on Bridge Road, help restore Director for Conservation Acquisition for The Conservation
taken place at Witham Field for 34 years, thrilling attendees Fund and Loxa-Lucie Steering Committee member. “We have
of all ages. an opportunity to preserve this precious ecosystem for future
This year’s show is scheduled for the weekend of Nov. generations, and we need to take it.”
10 to 12 and will offer the best loved features of previous The Loxa-Lucie Headwaters Initiative is a collaboration
years as well as exciting new additions. among three nonprofit 501(c)(3) environmental powerhouses,
Dewey Vinaya, president of the Stuart Air Show said, specifically the Guardians of Martin County, the Treasured
“Thanks to our amazing staff and the best volunteers on the Lands Foundation and The Conservation Fund. The initiative
Treasure Coast, I can tell you that this year’s show will be has generated widespread and growing support among citizens,
the biggest and best ever. And now that the whole country community groups, businesses and government entities,
knows about us, we’re expecting record-breaking attendance. including the Town of Jupiter Island and the Martin County
You won’t want to miss it.” Ticket sales are live June 1. Board of County Commissioners.
To keep up-to-date on news of the Stuart Air Show, visit Additionally, the Loxahatchee River Management
www.stuartairshow.com. Coordinating Council, Friends of Jonathan Dickinson State Park,
Photo provided by Stuart Air Show the Rivers Coalition, the Martin County Chapter of the Florida
The headwaters of the Loxahatchee River are beautiful but need Native Plant Society, the Hobe Sound Golf Club, Jupiter Island
attention if we are to preserve their environmental importance. Residents Association, and landowners along the Bridge Road
corridor have all expressed their support.
The Steering Committee urges all who care deeply about
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